Previous actions of a similar nature were taken in 1991, 2005, 2011, and twice in 2022.
“Complex” legislative matter.
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Tens of billions of euros.
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In 2022, Carol Nolan TD said that a “unsustainable” levels of migration were straining Ireland’s housing supply. Darragh O’Brien responded by saying her comments were a “threat to social cohesion”. Now, in 2026, O’Brien doubled down and said he still stands by his remarks.
As Climate Minister confirms Ireland will miss targets by half
Darragh O’Brien is one of the smarter members of Government. He has no business standing for nonsense like this from officials.
Expected cost will be lower.
Irish Government Department spent over €153k on flights and accommodation for the COP30 climate conference in Brazil
Full figure yet to be finalised.
IFAC and the Climate Change Advisory Council, both of which were set up to advise Government, say Ireland could face fines of up to €28bn if 2030 EU climate targets are missed. Climate Minister Darragh O’Brien says it’s conjecture: “This is back of the envelope stuff”.